Austrian National Tourist Office

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The Austrian National Tourist Office offers a holiday hotline staffed by friendly, English-speaking advisors. Hours of service are Monday to Friday from 8am - 12pm on 00 800 400 200 00 (from the UK) calls are charged at local rates. Email enquiries are also welcome at holiday@austria.info

Explore Austria and in all likelihood a bit of yourself too – it’s time.

18 Mar 2016

Austria is, of course, blessed with a topography that’s conducive to exploration - atop mountains, amidst green expanses, or on lakes as clear as they come. And, it’s when you step into this space that you simply can’t help but be transformed.

Nature has the power to transform. Gazing out at the majestic sweep of alpine peaks can take our breath away—and then inspire us to breathe more deeply. Consider the meditative sound of a gurgling mountain stream or the feel of warm bark on a gnarled tree. At a time when we post and tweet and overshare on social media, engaging with nature can restore us with moments of solitude. A simple day hike can lead us to live in such moments more fully, bringing us back to our senses and back to ourselves.

In Austria, nature beckons at every turn. The Alps cover more than 80% of the country and remain refreshingly pristine. Even Austrian lakes and rivers boast water clean enough to drink. From the High Alps to the Pannonian Plains, throughout six national parks and nearly 60 nature reserves and parks, an incredibly diverse landscape nurtures a wealth of indigenous plant- and wildlife.

Respect for nature is deeply rooted in Austrian culture. Fun means hitting the slopes or taking a hike, and with some 49,900 miles of alpine trails and countless rural paths, it’s no wonder Austrians are so fit. Perhaps it’s the civilised nature of the mountain hut system. Hikers can spend a morning on the trail and stop for a hearty lunch and a pilsner at an alpine hut before returning home. Even off the trail, Austria’s commitment to sustainable farming has made it a pioneer in the farm-to-table movement. A whopping 20% of all agricultural land is used for organic farming—making Austria number one in the world—and many resorts use ecologically responsible practices to protect Austria’s natural treasures. It all adds up to a destination that is the perfect combination of nature and culture.

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